Ryan Seacrestis opening up about what working with hisWheel of Fortuneco-starVanna Whiteis really like.
Seacrest took over as the host ofWheel of Fortunein September 2024 followingPat Sajaksretirement.
According to the American TV presenter, Whites presence on set immediatelymade him feel at home.
In an exclusive interview withPEOPLE, Seacrestcredited White with helping him learn the ropes.
In Seacrests exact words: Shes an institution, an icon.
The TV host shared how generous White is, which might not always be evident on camera.
Seacrest recalledconfiding in his cohostabout his habit of drinking strong black coffee, which sometimes visibly stains his teeth.
The next day,White surprised himby bringing a pack of whitening strips.
Seacrest admitted that he wasgenuinely touched by the kind gesture.
While dishing on the festivities of the evening, Seacrest opened up about his dating life.
The topic came up when ABCsRebecca Jarvistalked abouthow many people propose in Times Squareafter the New Years countdown.
Her co-hostWill Reevejokingly added that he should have proposed on New Years Eve with Seacrest hosting.
Thats when Seacrest jumped in to say:Theres still time for me.
2024 marked Seacrests20th year as a hostonDick Clarks New Years Rockin' Eve.
